2002 Ford Ka vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2012 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Ka | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Ka | 116 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |